ASSESSOR I, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL

Introduction

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GRADE

STD0017

LOCATION OF POSITION

Assessment\r\nOffice - Washington County\r\nState\r\nDepartment of Assessments & Taxation (SDAT)\r\n3\r\nPublic Square \r\nHagerstown,\r\nMaryland 21740�\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position appraises commercial and industrial real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

POSITION DUTIES

25%:\r\nReceives on the job training in the inspection of commercial and industrial\r\nreal property and records technical details of property and market information\r\nto update and maintain departmental property records Responsible for AAVS\r\nconversions, up-loads, and file maintenance of commercial property in various\r\njurisdictions throughout the state.\r\nReceives on the job training in the updating and editing assessment\r\nrecords in AAVS system in order to notate changes observed during physical\r\ninspection of properties following local office and agency guidelines as\r\ndefined in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual & office procedures.\r\n20%:\r\nReceives on the job training in the recording and valuing of new\r\ncommercial/industrial real property that is not a part of a reassessment review\r\nby following established procedures, using AAVS and other property valuation\r\ntools, as outlined in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual and according\r\nto the Tax Property Article.\r\n20%:\r\nReceives on the job training in the analysis of existing market, cost and\r\nincome data and applies standard appraisal and AAVS methods to value land\r\nand/or improvements in accordance with current local office and agency\r\nprocedures, as described in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.\r\n15%:\r\nReceives on the job training in the preparation and handling of appeal hearings\r\nat the supervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board and the Maryland Tax\r\nCourt levels to defend the Department’s estimate of value following local\r\noffice and agency procedures.\r\n15%:\r\nReceives on the job training in the providing of and explanation of assessment\r\nrelated information in response to inquiries from the general public regarding\r\nassessments, valuation techniques, departmental local policies and legal\r\nmandates.\r\n5%:\r\nPerforms other duties as may be required to ensure efficient office operation.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:�Seven years of appraisal experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Code and completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Courses 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, completion of the International Association of Assessing Officers Courses 101, 102 and 300 or equivalent courses approved by the Department of Assessments and Taxation and three years of experience estimating the value of real property performed in accordance with the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Code for the required�experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in tax examining classification or tax examining specialty codes in the accounting and budget group field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to\r\napplicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear\r\nand specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with others.\r\n Strong proficiency and working knowledge\r\n of Microsoft Excel.\r\n Experience reviewing income and expense\r\n statements/information.\r\n Capability to analyze market information\r\n and sales data using commercial assessment procedures.\r\n Proficiency in verifying and auditing\r\n account information.\r\n Experience reading and interpreting real\r\n estate deeds and plats to determine property valuation adjustments.\r\n\r\n\r\nPreferred\r\nQualifications: A\r\ncollege degree or professional background in Business, Real Estate, Finance, or\r\na closely related field.\r\n\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Internal Only: Must be a current State Department of\r\nAssessments and Taxation (SDAT) employee willing to work in Washington County.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle. \r\n2. Upon appointment to positions, employees in this classification that possess a real estate broker or sales license, or a license to sell insurance, will be required to put the license in an “inactive” status. \r\n3. Employees in this classification are prohibited from participating in any outside activity, including private appraisals, which may be deemed a conflict of interest by the Director of the Department of Assessments and Taxation. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n

BENEFITS

Click here to read more\r\ndetails: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Generous Paid Time Off:�Enjoy 10 to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave\r\n per year (depending on seniority), 15 days of sick leave, 6 personal days, and\r\n 11 paid state holidays.\r\n Family-Friendly Policies:�Eligible employees receive paid family and\r\n medical leave to care for a child within six months of birth or adoption.\r\n Comprehensive Health Coverage:�Access to affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision\r\n plans for you and your dependents.\r\n Retirement & Pension:�Secure your future with the State's defined benefit pension plan\r\n (vested after 10 years) and optional supplemental retirement savings plans.\r\n Financial Wellness:�Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and\r\n dependent daycare costs.\r\n Work-Life Balance:�Many positions offer teleworking opportunities.\r\n Student Loan Assistance:�State employees may be eligible for the\r\n Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and the Maryland Student\r\n Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit.\r\n\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly\r\nrecommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application\r\nand supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:\r\nState Department of Assessments\r\nand Taxation\r\nOffice of Human Resources,\r\n700 E. Pratt, 2nd Floor, Suite\r\n2700\r\nBaltimore, Maryland 21202\r\nPaper application materials\r\nmust be received by 5pm in our office on the closing date for the recruitment.\r\nNo postmarks will be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of\r\ncompleting the application.\r\nFor questions regarding this\r\nrecruitment, please contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation at\r\n410-767-1137, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. If you are having difficulty\r\nwith your user account or have general questions about the online application\r\nsystem, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment\r\nand Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\nAs an equal opportunity\r\nemployer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting\r\nemployees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities\r\nand bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their\r\nservice to our country.\r\n